Since I've gotten into soccer, I've been intrigued by the loan system that is used extensively, to get a blocked youngster more playing time, as a tryout for a possible deal, to fill a short-term need, or for whatever reasons. It's kind of curious to me that such a system hasn't been adopted by the major sports leagues in the United States. Like, for example, instead of trading Lackey, we could loan him out to a contender for the duration of the season, in return for cash or maybe a tryout for a soon-to-be free agent on the other team. Or, the star of a losing basketball team could be loaned out to a contender to try to win a championship, before returning next season. Less potential benefit perhaps, as you don't control the player beyond the loan period, but also less potential risk.
There are obvious concerns with injuries, improper use, and so on, but I think it could make for some interesting chess moves as the playoffs get closer. Thoughts?
There are obvious concerns with injuries, improper use, and so on, but I think it could make for some interesting chess moves as the playoffs get closer. Thoughts?